Editor’s note — Main Street Mission is sponsoring its annual Christmas Wish program to help families in need provide a traditional Christmas for their children. To adopt a family, call 567-4826. All letters must be postmarked by Friday. All items or gifts for adopted families are due back to the mission by Christmas.

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It’s officially the holiday season and time to kick-off off the annual Main Street Mission Christmas Wish program. Christmas Wish is a program in which the entire community can become involved in making many local children’s Christmas experience a happier one. This program is a great way to share God’s love with the children and families that you are helping, but it can also become a holiday tradition of giving inside your own family.

We began accepting letters seeking gifts for children in Pope and Yell counties under the age of 18 in October and the letters will continue to be accepted through the postmark date of Dec. 2. Applications can be picked up at the Mission office or kitchen. The applicants will be contacted for an interview to verify income requirements and need for assistance before the letters will be published.

An effort will be made to coordinate with other agencies providing Christmas gifts to avoid duplication and to make sure the most number of children can be served. If we find that a family has already registered with another Christmas program, we will remove that family from Christmas Wish. Also, any letters that request items that are unreasonable in price (Playstation 3 System, Wii System, etc.) will be removed from our program.

People who wish to grant one of these family’s Christmas Wishes may call 567-4826 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The recommended minimum spending limit is $50 per child. Donations are also being accepted at Main Street Mission or checks can be mailed to the address listed above. The letters may also be viewed online at mainstreetmission.org.

CW1

My husband lost his job and has not been able to find another one. We want our kids to have a good Christmas and any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you and God bless.

My husband is the only one working because I have to stay at home with our youngest daughter. It is hard throughout the year, but around the holiday season it is even harder. I would like to give my girls a Christmas and would be grateful for any help.

Girl, 7 years — Shirts and Pants 7-8, Shoes 1 Childrens, Panties 8. She loves to read and likes any toys to do with Barbie, Hannah Montanna, Justin Bieber and Disney Princesses.

CW3

I’m a disabled grandmother who is raising my 8-year-old grandson. We lost my husband in February, so my SSI and disability only covers the rent, bills and gas to get him to his doctor appointments. It has been hard, and that is why I am asking for help with his Christmas.

Boy, 8 years — Shirts 7-8, Pants 8 slim, Shoes 2, Coat Medium. He likes wrestling, so any wrestling action figures would be good. He also likes Legos that have little people with them.

CW4

I am unemployed, my son’s father is self-employed and work always slows down this time of year. We’re not going to be able to give him the Christmas he deserves. He would be happy with anything he gets.

I am a 53 year-old disabled woman raising five children that have been removed from their parents. I receive Social Security and no child support. I can barely pay the bills and I can’t buy anything for them for Christmas. Please help in any way you can.

Boy, 8 years — Shirts 10-12, Pants 8 Slim, Shoes 3. He likes wrestling sets, Bop It, basketball, art supplies and would like a bike or portable CD player. He needs a full comforter set. (If comforter sets are purchased, it is requested they are the same color/design.)

CW17

It has been a really hard year this year with bills and everyday things. We just can’t afford to get them much. We make sure they have what they need, but with Christmas coming, it’s going to be hard to get them what they want. I want to thank you for any help you can give us.

Girl, 13 years — Shirts Adult Small, Pants Adult 3, Shoes 10 Women’s, Coat Medium. She needs socks, hair items and would like some boots. She would also like a Selena Gomez “The Scene” CD.

I am a divorced single mother living in housing because I was unable to work because of a car accident. I have been denied disability and food stamps because of a trust fund I cannot even touch, so I have been able to get a part-time job in order to buy food. I’m in desperate need of help with everything this year for Christmas. They don’t ask for much, and they will love anything.

Girl, 5 years — Shirts 7-8, Pants 7, Shoes 13, Panties 5. She is into dancing, singing and dress-up. She loves to be outside and play sports too. She would like a bean bag and covers for her twin bed.

Girl, 10 years — Shirts 14-15, Pants 14, Shoes 6, Panties 10. She likes Justin Bieber, dressing up and dancing. She wants a bean bag and covers for her twin bed and music.

CW20

I am the only one that has a job in our household, and I do not get paid a lot. If you help our family, we would appreciate if you could wrap the gifts for us to open them up on Christmas.

Boy, 8 years — Jeans 9, Shoes 2. He wants a Lego Ninjas and the Master of the good Lego Ninjas. He likes Transformers, race car tracks and would like some Nike shoes.

Girl, 11 years — Clothes 14-16, Shoes 3 1⁄2. She wants boots that reach her knees, clothes for herself and Barbies and a Barbie house.

Boy, 15 years — Jeans 16, Shoes 8 1⁄2. He would like a Nike or Adidas soccer ball size 5 and Adidas cleats.

CW21

My husband is not working right now and we do not have the money to buy toys.

Boy, 7 years — Clothes 9, Shoes 2 1⁄2. He would like a bike, remote control car and Leapfrog.

Boy, 10 years — Shirts 10, Pants 12, Shoes 2. He would like a train set and Nerf gun with bullets.

Boy, 14 years — Shirts Large, Pants 34x36, Shoes 9 1⁄2. He would like a basketball and basketball shoes.

Girl, 15 years — Shirts Medium, Pants 2, Shoes 7 1⁄2. She would like a purse or backpack, make-up and boots.

CW28

We are a family of four. My husband is having medical problems and has been unable to work since February 2010. He currently has a pending disability case. We also have my 3-year-old stepgranddaughter living with us because her mom is an unemployed single mother.

My husband is the only one working, but they have cut his hours at times due to the weather, and every penny he makes goes on bills and food. I am pregnant and I’m high risk, so we have to go to Little Rock once a week until February, and that takes every extra dime we have.

Girl, 13 years — Shirts Medium, Pants 3/4 Juniors, Shoes 9 1⁄2–10. She likes make-up, clothes, Christian music and would like to have her own straightening iron and some furry boots.

Girl, 15 years — Shirts Large-XL, Pants 11, Shoes 9. She likes make-up, clothes, jewelry and music. She would like to have a straightening iron, boots and CD player.

CW30

I do not work, only my husband does. He gets paid every week but everything is very expensive.

I’m a single mother of a little boy. I just started my new job and then got laid off for a few weeks, so money is really tight right now. We had just moved into our new apartment about a month ago, so every bit of money goes to bills. I just want my son to have a good Christmas this year.

I am a divorced single mother of two. I was recently laid off of my part-time job, and we are trying to make ends meet while I look for work. I am seeking help in providing my children with a few nice things for Christmas. They really need clothes more than toys. They are in desperate need of winter clothes and coats.

I am single, on disability struggling with health problems and trying to pay bills and a car payment. I get some child support, but not much. There just isn’t enough money for Christmas. Anything would be appreciated.

I have recently completed my Associate’s degree and have been unable to find a job. My husband was recently laid off from his job. We have bills due and no income. We would greatly appreciate any help for our children to have a good Christmas.

Boy, 4 years — Clothes 5-6, Shoes 1. He would like a pair of boots and a magic crayola paint set.

Boy, 14 years — Clothes and Coat Men’s Large, Shoes 13. He would like a pair of boots and loves the Razorbacks.

CW42

I am a full-time college student with four children. We are currently living with my grandmother. My husband just started work so money is really tight. He has gone into business for himself which is really slow to start off.

I am a single mother of two babies. Their father has never provided for them and unfortunately, I have not had any luck looking for work. I feel very hurt that I cannot provide Christmas for them this year. They both need winter clothes and pajamas very badly.

Dear Christmas Wish, my dad is the only one that works right now so I don’t think we’re going to get any gifts this year. Please read our letter. There are three of us kids and we would all like to have some presents this year. I am 15 years old, and I have a little sister that is 8 and my baby sister is 3.

Girl, 3 years — Clothes 4, Shoes 8. She likes Mickey Mouse and Elmo and would want any fun toy to play with.

Boy, 15 years — Shirts Medium, Pants 34x31 Slim-Straight, Shoes 11. He likes cool looking shoes and would like to have some Skull Candy DJ like head phones.

CW47

I am a single mother with two children. This is my first year to use this program and I could really use a little help with Christmas for my children. Every little bit of help we can get will be a blessing for me and my children.

I am a single mom. I do not work, but am living with my parents. My dad is the only one working and he makes just enough to pay the bills and rent.

Boy, 1 year — Clothes 12 months, Shoes 3. Clothing and any toys for babies would be great.

CW52

Only my husband is working and he pays for everything around the house, rent and utilities. Thank you for your help.

Girl, 8 years — Clothing 7-8, Shoes 13 1⁄2. She would like a Barbie doll and doll house.

Girl, 10 years — Clothing 8-10, Shoes 2. She would like an art kit and the electronic Monopoly game.

Girl, 14 years — Clothing 12-14, Shoes 6 1⁄2. She would like a bracelet making kit and an art kit.

CW53

I am a single mom of three beautiful kids. I’ve struggled throughout the years since I’ve gotten divorced. I have no family in Arkansas and have to be father and mother to my kids. I have to work extra hard to pay bills, rent and a babysitter, but it is hard and this year I won’t be able to buy gifts.

Girl, 2 years — Clothes 2T, Shoes 8. She loves purple and would like a little bike.

Boy, 10 years — Clothes 10, Shoes 3 1⁄2. He loves red and would like to have a bike, because his was stolen.

CW54

I am a single mom and sometimes it’s so hard to get money to pay all the bills and babysitting. I am trying to support my son by myself, but it’s so hard and I wish Christmas time will be good to my son.

I am a widowed grandmother raising two children because their dad passed away, and I am raising a granddaughter who found it too difficult living at home in Florida. I would truly appreciate any help I can get so they will have a nice Christmas.

Boy, 12 years — Shirts Medium, Pants 9, Shoes 1 1 /2. He needs a hoodie jacket and ankle socks. He would like any type of ball or sports item, some ear buds and a bike.

Boy, 14 years — Shirts Large, Pants 14, Shoes 9. He needs a hoodie jacket (Boys XL) and a belt. He likes sports equipment and would like some ear buds for his MP3 player.

Girl, 16 years — Shirts Small, Pants 5, Shoes 8 1⁄2. She would like a hoodie but does not like pink. She likes make-up, shower gels, warm blankets, ankle socks and would like some ear phones for her MP3 player.

CW56

We are having a real hard time this year financially. We just want our daughter to have a good Christmas.

I am unable to get my grandkids any Christmas. I am trying to raise them on what little Social Security that I draw. Any help would be very much appreciated. May God bless you all.

Girl, 3 years — Shirts 6-8, Pants 5-6 Shoes 11, Panties 6-8. She likes Sponge Bob, Dora, dolls, Air Bud DVDs, and would like a little broom and mop. Also, anything to help her learn her ABCs and 123s.

Boy, 17 years — Shirts XL, Pants 38x32, Shoes 11 1⁄2, Underwear XL. He would like a billfold with a chain so he won’t lose it, BB pistol and BBs, and a monopoly game. He is taking a drafting and design class at VoTech and would like art supplies and a drafting table.

CW58

I am a single mom with two girls. I am trying to get on disability because I have seizures and anxiety attacks. I have lost several jobs because of this condition. I could really use the help to get my girls a happy Christmas.

I was recently in an accident causing me to have neck surgery, and I lost my ability to work for a long while. Therefore I cannot afford my baby’s Christmas this year. I am barely getting by day by day with our daily needs.

Girl, 6 years — Clothes, 6-7; shoes, 11. She would like to have a mermaid doll with clothes to change her, Barbies and a Barbie house. She would also like to have a dress for herself because she doesn’t have one. She has no church clothes or shoes and would like some of those too.

CW62

My children and I just moved in with my mom, because I am getting a divorce from my abusive husband. I am having trouble finding a job, and I have to rely on my mom to provide for us.

I am a 28-year-old mother who has been going through a lot of medical issues which has got me to the point where I can’t walk without assistance. So working has been out of the question since March of this year. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Girl, 7 years — Clothes, 7-8. She would like a bean bag chair and likes Fijit toys.

CW67

I am writing on behalf of my daughter and two sons. Because of our mortgage, utilities and car payment, I cannot afford to give them Christmas this year. I make enough to see that their needs are met, but not all of their wants.

I have five children and I work full-time. My husband has been trying to go to college to better himself for the past two years. We finally saved up enough money to send him because he does not qualify for financial aid. Christmas is really hard on us because we have two birthdays the day after. Anything will help.

I really need help to buy my kids presents for this Christmas, because I do not have a job or any money. I really appreciate your effort to give a Christmas wish for children.

Girl, 4 years — Clothes, 5; shoes, 11. Any toys.

Boy, 7 years — Clothes, 8; shoes, 1. Any toys.

Girl, 9 years — Clothes, 10; shoes, 2. Any toys.

CW80 — Adopted

CW81

I do not work and my husband has a bit of work, but money is to pay bills, rent and food.

Boy, 4 years — Clothes, 5; shoes, 11. He likes cars and balls.

Boy, 9 years — Clothes, 8; shoes, 4. He likes cars and balls.

CW82

I don’t have enough money to buy Christmas gifts for my children and I would like to be on the Christmas Wish list, so that way they can have some gifts.

Girl, 6 years — Clothes, 7; shoes, 13. Any clothes and toys will be appreciated.

Boy, 8 years — Clothes, 8; shoes, 2. Any clothes and toys will be appreciated.

CW83

Our kids father has the only income, and it is just enough to pay bills and mortgage.

Girl, 5 years — Clothes, 6; shoes, 13. She would like a Baby on the Go and a bicycle.

Girl, 6 years — Clothes, 7; shoes, 13. She would like a Baby on the Go and a bicycle.

CW84

My husband works in construction and is out of work right now. We will not have enough money for Christmas presents this year.

Girl, 20 months — Clothes 4T; shoes, 8. Anything will be appreciated.

CW85

I am a single mom with two kids, and I need some help with Christmas. Both of my boys like any kind of camouflage toy or item. They like tractors, board games and airplanes and any type of hunting item. They both need socks and underwear.

I am a single mother of three small children. I am currently working on my GED and searching for a day job to work while I have assistance with daycare. I cannot afford anything for my children’s Christmas.

Boy, 10 months — Clothes, 18-24 months; shoes, 3. He likes noisy stuff (pots and pans) and is learning to walk, so he could use a stand up toy to push.

Boy, 3 years — Clothes, 4-5; shoes, 11. He likes trucks, cars, army men and he loves to color and watch cartoons.

Girl, 5 years — Clothes, 5-6; shoes, 11. She likes to play dress-up and watch cartoons. She also like Barbies and baby dolls.

CW88

My husband is on disability and my son collects Social Security from him. I no longer work and have just one income.

Boy, 4 years — Clothes, 5T; shoes, 11. He likes Spiderman, Transformers or anything superhero. He would be happy with any kind of toy or clothes.

CW89

I am a single mother and unable to provide Christmas wishes for my two children. I need help to make their Christmas a good one.

My husband and I are raising nine children on a very limited income. When we took in so many kids, we knew we could provide for their needs, just not all of their wants for Christmas. Without Christmas Wish, presents for our kids would be impossible. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

I have two children and also take care of my elderly father who has Parkinson’s. This year we are in a difficult situation because I have developed several major medical conditions that will no longer allow me to work. On top of this, my son is waiting to have a knee surgery. I have never asked for anything in my life, but this year if my family could be chosen by your Christmas Wish program I would be so very grateful.

Boy, 14 years — Shirts, adult large; jeans, 29x38; shoes, 9 1⁄2. He likes football and basketball and would like to have a bike, cowboy hat and belt.

CW99

I am a single mother and money is tight right now with bills and everything. I am needing some help this year getting my two children Christmas presents. We would be grateful for anything.

Girl, 14 years — Shirts, small; jeans, 14-15 in girls’ or 0 in teens’; shoes, 5. She would like a new coat, pajamas and house shoes. She also likes necklaces, bracelets, earrings and make-up.

Boy, 16 years — Shirts, medium; jeans, 30x30; shoes, 8. He would like to have a camo bed set and new shoes. He also likes country music, cologne and Axe products.

CW100

Our family was involved in a house fire earlier this year and we have been working hard trying to replace everything we lost. My husband has been off work for three months and we are doing good just to keep our bills paid and food on the table. I would love to see a huge smile on my boys’ faces on Christmas, and without help that won’t happen. Both of them would like new bedding and curtains for their rooms and they like colognes and deodorants.

I do not work and I cannot afford money to buy any presents for my children’s Christmas. We barely have enough money for rent and food. I would greatly appreciate your help. (The children each wrote a letter along with the mom’s request. Very sweet, but too long to print.)

Girl, 6 years — Clothes, 8; shoes, 13. She likes Hello Kitty and would like a Hello Kitty backpack. She also likes baby dolls.

CW109

I am a father on disability and am unable to provide Christmas for my children due to the bills that I owe. I never dreamed of becoming disabled. I worked all of my life until two years ago when I was in a motorcycle accident and am now a paraplegic in a wheelchair.

Girl, 17 years — Shirts, large; pants, 18 ladies’; shoes, 10. She has a car collection and her hobby is photography. She likes make-up, jewelry, movies and books. Favorite colors are pink and blue.

CW113

My husband is disabled, and I have an older son that is bipolar and cannot be left alone for very long at a time. Our income is $1,670 per month for the five of us, and money is very tight. We would really appreciate any help you can give us.

Boy, 8 years — Shirts, 8-10; jeans, 8; shoes, 3 1⁄2. He would like a glow-in-the-dark basketball if possible and a Razorback football. He also likes the Star Wars Han Solo light-up light saber.

Boy, 9 years — Shirts, 14-16; jeans, 12 husky; shoes, 7 1⁄2. He would like a Razorback football, Wilson basketball or a glow-in-the-dark one if it’s not too much. He likes the Star Wars Annakin light-up light saber.

CW114

Only my husband works and we don’t have enough money for presents. I would be grateful for your help this Christmas.

Boy, 12 years — Shirts, 14-16; pants, 14; shoes, 7 1⁄2 men’s. He needs socks, undershirts and boots for winter. He would like to have a portable DVD player and fishing pole.

CW118

My husband and I have five children. Three of them are in school, and I stay home with the two babies. They are on a waiting list to get into CDI preschool. My husband works full time for Waste Management, but we are having a hard time making ends meet. Last year, our kids had no Christmas at all.

My husband got laid off from his job and has been looking for a job but there is nothing really out there. He has put in so many applications but no one is hiring in Russellville. We really need some help with Christmas presents.

We are currently living with my grandpa waiting on Housing Authority. I only receive a small amount in child support each month and it’s going to be really hard to afford presents. They both need pajamas and underwear.

My husband lost his job and hasn’t been able to find another one yet. My income went for bills, and now I have to reapply for disability so I can get my medicine and help pay our bills. I have just started a part-time temporary job.

Girl, 2 years — Shirts, 24 months; pants, 18 months; shoes, 5. She likes building blocks, coloring books and books to help her learn to read.

CW126

We just moved to Pope County and money is very tight right now. We are just making it paycheck to paycheck.

I am a single mother and due to having to pay bills, I am not sure that I will be able to provide any gifts for my son’s Christmas. I would really appreciate any help in giving my son a good Christmas this year.

First let me say thank you for helping us. I haven’t worked for a year now. I just need help for my 17-year-old son. His dad is not in the home. I do get $82.20 in child support and also get food stamps. We are living with a friend and this is how we get by.

Me and my daughter are living in the dining room of my stepbrother’s apartment. I do not have a job right now and I receive $27.75 weekly for child support. I could really use a little help for Christmas for my daughter.

I have been unemployed and trying to get work but having a hard time getting by. I am hoping for the best for my son. He is 9 and just wants a normal Christmas.

Boy, 9 years — Shirts, large; pants, 16; shoes, 10 1⁄2. He would like any kind of toy.

CW137

The reason I am asking for help is that I am alone with three kids and I’m working to pay the bills with no help from anyone. I don’t make a lot of money, so I can’t get Christmas for my kids. I am praying that you can help me, so that my kids will have a Christmas.

My husband works construction and work has been slow. We also just had a baby who was born early so we had to be at Children’s Hospital for a while. We have two wonderful girls, too, and would accept any help we could get.

Boy, 1 month — Clothes, 0–3 months. I would like to have a cover to go over his car seat to keep him warm and size 1 diapers.

Girl, 3 years — Clothes, 5T; shoes, 10. She really needs socks and she loves to pretend she is a doctor, so a doctor play set would be good.

Girl, 10 years — Shirts, 14-16; pants, 12 regular or 14 slim; shoes, 7 women’s’. She needs socks and likes to paint her nails and she would like earrings for pierced ears and bracelets.

CW143

I am a single mother of four and I work two jobs. (One full-time and one part-time.) We still struggle to make ends meet and pay our bills.

Boy, 17 years — Shirts, medium; pants, 30x32; shoes, 10. He would like a portable CD player, rap CDs, notebooks and pens, and a basketball and football.

CW147

I am a single mom to a disabled (Autism) 2-year-old son. I get no help from his father and very little child support. He recently qualified for SSI, but I have no other income and with all of our bills and necessities we barely get by.

Boy, 2 years — Clothes, 3T; shoes, 9. He loves trains and trucks. He also likes to look at books. Educational toys and books help very well with his therapies. He loves Elmo, Barney and Clifford. He has just learned how to ride a tricycle and would enjoy one of his own.

CW148

I am a single mother of two boys and I work full-time. I receive no help from their father at all.

Boy, 2 years — Clothes, 4T; shoes, 7. He would really like large building blocks or Legos.

Boy, 4 years — Clothes, 5-6; shoes, 11. He would really like a remote control car. He really likes Sponge Bob.

CW149

My husband has had no job in the past 6 months, and I just want my kids to enjoy Christmas and give them at least one little gift.

Girl, 10 years — Clothes, 14; shoes, 6 women’s. She likes anything to do with crafts and making jewelry.

CW153

We have three children and our income is low. My wife is a student, and she does not work. We live with one salary and sometimes it is good and sometimes not. Thank you for this program, and God bless you so much.

I am a single mother who just found employment, but it will not start until January during tax season. I have a set of twins and a 5-year-old. I am really worried that I will not be able to give them a Christmas this year without help.

Boy, 5 years — Clothes, 5T; shoes, 12. He likes dinosaurs and would really like a flying robot dinosaur.

I’m a single mom of two boys. I’m working full time at a local nursing home. It takes everything I make to keep bills paid and groceries. They usually have to have Christmas when I get my tax return. I would really like for them to have Christmas on Christmas day like most kids.

We just do not have enough money to get Christmas this year. I had to take off work for 6 weeks due to knee surgery and my husband has a rare kidney disease. Without your help, our kids will not have Christmas.

Girl, 10 years — Shirts, 12-14; pants, 12; shoes, 3. She would like to have Animal Planet Vets game or Barbie Fashion for her DS Lite. She loves to draw.

Girl, 11 years — Shirts, 12-14; pants, 12; shoes, 2. She would really like a horse necklace and earrings or a DS Lite game, Horse Life.

Girl, 13 years — Shirts, 14-16; pants, 13-14; shoes, 3 1⁄2. She would like different colors of mascara and eye liners and iPod earphones that are lime green.

Boy, 15 years — Shirts, medium; pants, 14; shoes, 6. He would like a fishing pole and tackle box with fishing stuff. He also likes any kind of model.

Boy, 16 years — Shirts, adult large; pants, 33x30; shoes, 10. He would like camo hunting boots or a twin size comforter set in blue.

CW172

I am disabled from a neck and spine injury. I want my little girl to have a good Christmas this year. It’s been a long time since she has had one. She really didn’t know what to ask for so I am listing a few things for her.

We need help because only my husband works, and he pays the bills. Any winter clothes or toys would be appreciated.

Boy, 4 years — Clothes, 5; shoes, 11.

Boy, 8 years — Clothes, 9; shoes, 2.

Girl, 10 years — Clothes, 11-12; shoes, 8.

CW184

I have two very special little girls, and they mean everything to me. Their father lost his job about a month ago and has had no luck finding a new one. I’m working full time as I can and just can’t seem to make the ends meet. I’m hoping someone will lend a hand in helping these girls have the wonderful Christmas they deserve. Hopefully one day we will be able to help a family in need.

Only my husband works in our household, and we have two adults and three children living off of his check. We cannot afford toys for the kids this year at all. All of them need winter clothes, jackets and blankets.

We are a growing family, and I just got a new job. My husband is a professional boxer and has not been out for a few months with an injury so he has not been able to make money. We are trying to get back on our feet and catch up on bills with this new job, but at this point we are living paycheck to paycheck.

Merry Christmas and thank you for your time because I know you all must be very busy reading a lot of letters. We are a loving, happy family and have taught our children that Christmas is not just about gifts, but we still like for them to have gifts for celebrating Christmas. We all would appreciate the help.

Boy, 8 years — Shirts, medium; pants, 8; shoes, 1. Favorite color is green or camo and he is very outdoorsy. He loves hunting, fishing, trapping, camping and riding a bike. He also loves music and reading.

I haven’t been able to work for the past nine months because I am pregnant. I’m due Jan. 1 and have no way to provide my daughter with anything.

Girl, 1 year — Clothes, 18 months; shoes, 4 1⁄2. She loves baby dolls, music and to draw and color.

CW191B

I am a single mother attending college. My daughter is 5 years old and disabled. We live on a fixed income. I am having a difficult time making ends meet. I would like my daughter to have a good Christmas, and any gifts would be appreciated.

I am a mother of three and we just have my income coming in now because my husband is unable to work. We are on a fixed income and it’s really hard to get them Christmas presents right now. If anyone could help, it would be greatly appreciated, so maybe my kids could have a Christmas.

Boy, 1 year — Clothes, 2T; shoes, 8. He loves all kinds of toys and loves to color. Would also like a tricycle.

Boy, 5 years — Clothes, 6; shoes, 13. He loves to play with cars, motorcycles, 4-wheelers and wants a new bike.

CW193

I am a single parent with two kids and no job. I am trying my best to find one, but it is hard. I can only get so much help from my family.

Boy, 5 months — Clothes, 9-12 months. It would be nice to have some toys for his age or a mobile on his crib. He also needs a walker and likes musical toys.

Boy, 8 years — Shirts, 6-7; pants, 7 slim; shoes, 2. He wishes for a remote control airplane, a Snuggie, race cars or any educational toys.

CW194

I was hit by a car this year and am now unable to work. My mother has also become sick and is unable to care for my brother, so he has had to move in with me also, so now I have four children that will go without this Christmas. My husband works, but it is only enough to pay our bills.

I am a single mother of two beautiful girls. I have a part-time job, but that’s not even enough to make ends meet. I have tried to contact the father of my girls for help, but have had no luck. All I want is for my girls to have a Christmas this year and to see them smile.

Girl, 1 year — Clothes, 12 months; shoes, 3. She likes toys that make noise and things that are soft to touch.

Girl, 6 year — Clothes, 6-7; shoes, 1. She likes Barbie, Hello Kitty, play make-up and she loves to read.

CW197

Currently my son and I are staying with a friend. We just moved here from New York. We came with nothing except the clothes on our backs and a few diapers for him. I do not have a job at the moment, but have been trying my hardest to get one.

Boy, 8 months — Clothes, 12 months; shoes, 3. He would like a push toy to help him walk and maybe some flashy light-up toys.

I have custody of my granddaughter. My husband was off work for over a year and lost his job. He is working now, but we are trying to get our bills caught back up. We don’t have money for Christmas this year.

Girl, 4 years — Shirts, 5T; pants, 4T; shoes, 9. She likes to play with dolls and cars. She also likes toys you can ride on and wants a bike or battery scooter.

CW202A

I am a single mother and am going to Arkansas Tech University studying to become an accountant. My son is almost 4 and has some delays. I really want to get as much as I can for him with what little I have, but it is hard because his birthday is 6 days after Christmas.

I am a single mother with two wonderful kids. I work full time as a waitress, and my income doesn’t even cover the things we need. I would be grateful for any help to give them a good Christmas. Thanks in advance.

Girl, 8 years — Clothes, 6-7; shoes, 13. She would love a bike. She loves clothes, boots and coloring.

I have three kids and my boyfriend has one. We both work but we are afraid our kids will have no Christmas this year due to us being broke and having to live paycheck to paycheck to support our family and pay bills. We are not picky and will be very thankful for whatever you may choose to give us. I thank God so much for organizations like you guys.

I am the only one working at this time with a family of six people. My husband was in a car wreck and was not able to work for almost two years. He is now fine, thank God, but his work permit is now expired and has not been renewed. We are still waiting on that to be resolved.

Girl, 5 years — Clothes, 6-7; shoes, 1. She would love boots of any kind, play jewelry, make-up, nail polish, Barbie dolls or a Dora doll.

Boy, 11 years — Shirts, medium; pants, 11-12; shoes, 6. He would like a soccer ball, basketball, scooter or watch.

Boy, 14 years — Shirts, medium; pants, 16-18; shoes, 9 1⁄2. He would like a small heater for his own room, football, soccer ball, backpack or watch.

CW207

I am on disability and it is very hard to make it, especially when Christmas is here.

My husband got laid off from his job a little while ago, and I don’t get very many hours at my job. We have a beautiful son who is almost 2. We would appreciate anything you could help us with to make his Christmas wonderful.

Boy, 2 years — Clothes, 2T; shoes, 6. He really likes Cars 2 stuff.

CW210

We just moved here from Arizona. My husband is working, but with all the deposits and everything, money is low right now.

I am a single father with a 4-year-old daughter. I started parenting when I was only 16. I have always done my best to provide for my daughter, but this year has been rough. I have a job working at Subway, but my hours and pay rate are not enough to pay bills and also provide for my little girl’s Christmas.

Girl, 4 years — Clothes, 5; shoes, 10. She loves the color pink and loves singing and dancing. She also likes Dora, princesses and Justin Bieber.

CW212

I am a single disabled mother of three children that needs some help this Christmas.

Boy, 18 months — Clothes, 18 months; shoes, 6; diapers, 3. Needs winter clothes and coat. Would like to have some toy cars or toys that make noise.

Boy, 2 1⁄2 years — Clothes, 2T; shoes, 9. He needs a winter coat and clothes. He would like to have some new little cars and balls. He likes trains, learning books and blocks, too.

CW214

I have three children, and we are trying to save up to get a house to rent because we live with my grandma and we have less than a month before she moves and we have to be out. I am having a hard time coming up with the money to rent and buy Christmas. Anything would be appreciated.

These past few months have been very hard on my kids and myself. I have been separated from my husband due to horrible circumstances, so I am trying to make ends meet as a single mom. I have always been a stay-at-home-mom, so finding work is very hard. I can’t afford Christmas this year. They all need socks and underwear.

Girl, 17 years — Shirts, medium or large; jeans, 1⁄2; shoes, 7 1⁄2. She likes hoodies and sweatshirts, but really needs a winter coat. She also likes sparkly boots, furry boots, perfume and candles. She would like to have minutes to go on her AT&T Go Phone.

CW218

I am a single parent of two boys and have been having trouble finding a job.

I am a proud father in a family of five. Our youngest child was just born on Halloween of this year, a beautiful baby girl. With my wife on maternity leave, it has really made it hard on us to come up with the extra money for our kids Christmas this year. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

I have two children. My situation has changed this year as I am recently divorced from my husband. I have been a stay-at-home-mom for years now, and I can’t find work. I do not know how I can afford Christmas for my kids.

I am a single mother of two children and we are living off of just the child support and food stamps I get for the kids.

Girl, 11 years — Shirts, 14-16 children’s; pants, 14 children’s; shoes, 7. She needs some rain boots and would like to have a comforter and sheet set for her twin size bed. She also likes art supplies, perfume and Bratz dolls.

Boy, 15 years — Shirts, large men’s; pants, 32x34; shoes, 11. He needs leather work gloves, large; and a comforter and sheet set for his queen size bed. He would like to have some basic tools, tool box and also likes art supplies.

CW227

I am a single mom that does work, but bills and Christmas are hard to meet. I love my children and want to give them a happy Christmas but I have to keep the electricity and water on. Any help would be appreciated.

Boy, 9 years — Shirts, medium; pants, 8 slim; shoes, 3. He would like an Air Hog helicopter.

I have four children, and I am the only one working at this time. All of my income goes toward the bills, and I won’t have any money to buy Christmas for my children. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. PS: Our family is also in need of towels, bedding and pans. Used would be fine.

I am a single mother and disabled with liver problems. I have been taking care of my mother and my two disabled kids. My mom had surgery on her ankle. I have to go see a liver doctor in Little Rock every month. Please help and God bless you.

My husband is disabled and cannot work. I recently got a job, but after making sure bills are paid there is not much left to buy Christmas. I have two teenage kids that are my life, and it breaks my heart to know that I am not going to be able to do much for Christmas for them.

I am writing to ask help for a family that I know. The mother is struggling to get on disability and the father was recently laid off work for the month of December due to no more work. Their girls have never had a Christmas and every year the little one asks her mother if she has been good enough for Santa to visit. Her mother always assures her that she was very good, but they never have money to put presents under the tree. Every night she prays to Jesus that her and her sister will be visited by Santa this year. I hope you can find it in your heart to help make this 7-year-old’s dream come true.